Take a peek into the murky world of cybercrime where groups of scammers who go by the nickname of ‘Neanderthals’ wield the Telekopye toolkit to ensnare unsuspecting victims they call ‘Mammoths’ Neanderthals hunting Mammoths are back. Of course, we’re not talking about some Jurassic-Park-like technology that resurrected them in a remote region. No, this episode … More ESET Research Podcast: Telekopye, again
Learn about the main tactics used by scammers impersonating Best Buy’s tech support arm and how to avoid falling for their tricks. For three decades, Geek Squad has been a trusted name in tech for anyone needing IT support. The Best Buy subsidiary dispenses diagnostics, repairs and advice to consumers across the US in-store and … More 6 common Geek Squad scams and how to defend against them
As the excitement builds for Coldplay’s upcoming gigs at Croke Park and fans eagerly await tickets for the much-anticipated Oasis reunion in 2025, the spectre of ticket scammers looms larger than ever. These opportunistic fraudsters are perfectly poised to exploit the fervour of fans desperate to catch their favourite bands live. The Allure of Last-Minute … More Beware of Ticket Scammers on Social Media: Don’t Let Fake Promises Ruin Your Concert Experience
Your humble phone number is more valuable than you may think. Here’s how it could fall into the wrong hands – and how you can help keep it out of the reach of fraudsters. What might be one of the easiest ways to scam someone out of their money – anonymously, of course? Would it … More Hello, is it me you’re looking for? How scammers get your phone number
Scammers gonna scam scam scam, so before hunting for your tickets to a Taylor Swift gig or other in-demand events, learn how to stop fraudsters from leaving a blank space in your bank account. Thanks to advances in technology, buying tickets to your favorite show has probably never been easier – as long as you … More 5 common Ticketmaster scams: How fraudsters steal the show
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